Bul

Bul is a village located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 7km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bul village. As per 2009 stats, Rong Bul is the gram panchayat of Bul village.

Bul has its own place in the vibrant South District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bul

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bul is 261139. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737126. Namchi is nearest town to Bul village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bul village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Namchi-singhithang Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bul

Below is a concise population overview of Bul as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 265 134 131
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 14 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 24 11 13
Literate Population 178 97 81
Illiterate Population 87 37 50

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bul village:

  • The total population of Bul village is around 265, including approximately 134 males and 131 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Bul village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bul village has 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bul village is about 67.17%, with male literacy at 72.39% and female literacy at 61.83%.
  • There are around 55 households in Bul village.

Connectivity of Bul

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bul. As per the 2011 stats, Bul had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bul

Knowing the nearby villages of Bul helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bul

Where is Bul located?
Bul village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bul?
The Gram Panchayat of Bul is Rong Bul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bul?
The pincode of Bul is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bul is 265, with 134 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Bul as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bul village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bul as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bul is 67.17%. The male literacy rate is 72.39%, while the female literacy rate is 61.83%.